Fiber-Filled Banana Colada Smoothie
Yield: Four, 1-cup servings 1 cup light coconut milk 1 cup diced pineapple 1/3 cup lightly packed shredded unsweetened coconut 1/4 cup whey protein powder…
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Pet of the day 5/16/19
Carter is neutered, up to dates on shots, and House-trained. He does not do well with kids. Carter can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Turkey Burgers with Mango Salsa
Makes 6 servings 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs 1/3 cup reduced-fat garlic-herb spreadable cheese 2 green onions, chopped 41/2 teaspoons lemon juice 11/2 teaspoons grated…
CHS Students Pledge to Become Safe Drivers, Riders
By AMBER HOLT Student contributor Monday, May 13, 2019, marked the beginning of Safe Driving Week at Cranberry High School. The point is to ensure…
Emergence of cicadas should produce fantastic fishing
They will fascinate some and annoy, likely even creep out, others. That’s just how it is with bugs and people. So it will be with…
Pet of the day 5/15/19
Slinky is a medium/long haired, black, female cat. She is friendly and laid back. Slinky is current on vaccines and negative for fiv and leukemia….
Potato Salad with Bacon and Parsley
Serves 6 11/2 pounds new potatoes, about 15 Kosher salt and black pepper 4 slices bacon 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar…
Pet of the day 5/14/19
Nyssa is a 8 week old female puppy surrendered to the rescue with her Mother and six siblings. Mother is an American Bulldog mix and…
Pork Chops with Butter Bean Salad
Serves 4 1 slice sandwich bread, torn into pieces 4 tablespoons olive oil 2 scallions, sliced Kosher salt and black pepper 4 boneless pork chops…
House Advances Bills on Suicide Prevention, Economic Opportunity
On Wednesday, the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs advanced 18 bills to the full House of Representatives. In addition to Blue Water Navy, the bills…
Pet of the day 5/13/19
Name: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Hazel can be found at Venango County Humane…
Grilled Portobello Burger
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 50 minutes 4 portobello mushroom caps (4 to 5 inches in diameter), gills removed 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 3…
Pet of the day 5/10/19
Vino is a 8 week old male puppy surrendered to the rescue with his Mother and six siblings. Mother is an American Bulldog mix and…
A Lemony Summer Treat
(Family Features) Lemon is one of many popular tastes of summer. Enjoy a citrus burst with every bite of these Glazed Lemon Cookies. Find more…
Pet of the day 5/9/19
Ringo is a young male. He is current on vaccines and neutered. Ringo can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Argentine Steaks with Chimichurri Sauce
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 1 hour 30 minutes (plus 30 minutes salting time) Chimichurri Sauce: 1/4 cup hot water 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1…
Hidden Opportunities
By JANICE IRWIN – Student Contributor As a senior, my time participating in extracurriculars is soon to be over. It saddened me as I realized…
Vernal pools a source of unique, varied life in spring
It was further proof that life often bursts forth in the unlikeliest of places. I was at a close-to-home shooting range, tacking up targets. Someone…
Pet of the day 5/8/19
Kinder is a 8 week old male puppy surrendered to the rescue with his Mother and six siblings. Mother is an American Bulldog mix and…
Navy Bean and Artichoke Dip
Servings: 6-8 Start to finish: 50 minutes 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest plus 2 tablespoons juice 1 small garlic clove, minced 1 (15-ounce) can navy…
Pet of the day 5/7/19
Demi is a sweet orange female. She is small for her age. Demi is negative for FIV and leukemia, and current on vaccines. She is…
A Home-Cooked Cobbler
(Family Features) During the season for outdoor parties, reunions, picnics and delicious desserts, try bringing a new dish to the table with a recipe like…
Triple Trophy Valley
By HUNTER REDFIELD – Student contributor It all started with mouth calls and an owl hooter sitting in the cup holder of the truck with…
Tell Congress to End the Widows Tax, Kiddie Tax Now
More than 65,000 surviving military spouses and dependents are unjustly penalized because their loved ones made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. The message these…
Pet of the day 5/6/19
Jabber is a 3 year old, female Pomeranian/Yorkie mix surrendered to the rescue. They reported she lived with adults, children and another male dog without…
Grilled Spiced Pork Skewers with Onion and Caper Relish
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 2 hours 6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest 1 tablespoon ground coriander…
Cranberry Students Move On to State Envirothon Competition
By HANNAH NEIDERRITER Student contributor On May 2, 2019, four Cranberry High School teams competed in the annual Venango County Envirothon held at Two Mile…
Greenway Horrors: CHS student starts his own business
By HANNAH NIEDERRITER Student contributor Greenway Horrors, a potentially unfamiliar name, is a startup business founded by Tyler Cosmiske, a senior journalism student at Cranberry….
Pet of the day 5/3/19
Name: Buddy Boy Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Gender: Male Size: Small Color: Black/ Silver Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Buddy Boy can be found at Venango…
Breakfast Strata
Servings: 4-6 Start to finish: 2 hours 15 minutes (plus 1 hour refrigeration time) 8-10 (1/2 inch-thick) slices French or Italian bread 4 tablespoons unsalted…
Pet of the day 5/2/19
Name: Yogi Breed: Rottweiler mix Age: 7 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Yogi can be found at Venango…
Blend Your Way to a Nutritious Meal
(Family Features) Creating a nutritious family dinner doesn’t have to mean sacrificing favorite dishes. For a healthier take on a traditional ethnic meal, these Blended…
Tips for making the most of morel mushroom season
Forget Game of Thrones. This is a Game of Secrets. And it’s being played right now. Hunters of a sort – armed with onion sacks…
The importance of music education in high school
By DANIELLE PETERSON & TYLER COMISKE Student contributors Hidden in the corner of Cranberry High School lies two large classrooms that praise self-expression and self-discovery….
Pet of the day 5/1/19
Name: Baby Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Grey Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Baby can be found at Venango…
Green Shakshuka
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 50 minutes 2 pounds Swiss chard, stems removed and reserved, leaves chopped 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 large onion,…
Pet of the day 4/30/19
Alistair is a big handsome male cat. He has very short and plushy fur. He is super friendly and current on vaccines. He tested negative…
Black Bean Burger
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 40 minutes (plus 1 to 24 hours chilling) 2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed 1 ounce tortilla chips, crushed coarse…
Sunshine on a Cloudy Day
By MADALYNN BUNYAK Student contributor Sunshine has been spotted in more places than just the sky lately at Cranberry High School. A tradition from one…
Pennsylvania VFW 28th District Meeting
The VFW 28th District will have their district meeting at 2 p.m. May 5 at Reynolds VFW Post 7599. The post is located at 115…
Pet of the day 4/29/19
Name: Ginger Breed: Retriever Mix Age: 13 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Copper/ Butterscotch Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Ginger can be found at Venango…
Simple Ways to be Heart Smart
Discover recipes chock-full of heart-healthy pecans (Family Features) Sometimes making small changes can have a positive impact on your health – including heart health –…
In The Works: The Cranberry Closet
By JENNA SEIGWORTH Student contributor “It’s truly for the kids,” said Lori Corbett, one of Cranberry High School’s guidance counselors, when asked about the newest…
Pet of the day 4/26/19
Name: Jughead Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Jughead can be found at…
Braised Cod Peperonata
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 1 hour 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for serving 1 onion, halved and sliced thin 2 red bell…
Pet of the day 4/25/19
Name: Flash Breed: Retriever, Labrador/ Rottweiler Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Flash can be found at Venango…
Effortless Summertime Entertaining
(Family Features) Summer means it’s time to stock up on fresh produce and light the grill for a season of outdoor gatherings with friends and…
Significant changes to antlerless license totals, but not everywhere
Don’t get too comfortable. Yes, it’s true that, statewide, there will be more antlerless deer licenses available in Pennsylvania this fall than last. Pennsylvania Game…
Pet of the day 4/24/19
Name: Tadpole Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Buff/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Tadpole can be found at…
Shrimp with White Beans
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 30 minutes 1 pound extra-large shrimp (21 to 25 per pound), peeled and deveined Pinch sugar Salt and pepper 5…